Job summary
To assist in the implementation of an agreed nutritional care plan for patients on the ward, ensuring that nutritional needs are assessed, monitored and met. You will be expected to collaborate with patients, carers and multidisciplinary teams and will have the opportunity to influence the promotion of good health and the provision of nutrition to individual patients.
Main duties of the job
*Work with the registered nurse following their nutritional risk assessment of each patient in the development of a patient centred nutritional care plan in conjunction with the ward dietician.*Ensure special diets are ordered and liaise with ward hostess re menu choice*Assist the patients in eating and drinking and ensure all patients have their needs met with the support of the ward team*Establish food, fluid and supplement intake monitoring and recording and report back to the registered nurse and the dietetic team.*Advise patients on their food choice suitable to their dietary needs, recognising cultural differences and work with the patients and carers to identify favoured food and drinks and liase with the dietician and catering dept.*Keep accurate and timely records at ward level which do not require the expertise of the dietician or qualified nurse.*Participate in audit with guidance from the team.*Encourage and assist patients to take prescribed snacks, nourishing drinks and supplements and document as directed by the dietician.*Weigh and measure patients as requested and as per nutritional risk assessment.*Check there is appropriate storage of food and supplements in the ward and patient areas.*Promote healthy eating within the nutritional education framework and establish nutritional information resource areas for the ward.*Assist all patients with food related issues and promote discussion with the dietetic team.
About us
Ward 8AD is a welcoming, friendly environment caring for older patients . Although this is a busy unit, we pride ourselves on our team work to enable the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties*Assist the patients in eating and drinking and ensure all patients have their needs met with the support of the ward team*Keep accurate and timely records at ward level which do not require the expertise of the dietician or qualified nurse*Participate in audit with guidance from the team.*Encourage and assist patients to take prescribed snacks, nourishing drinks and supplements and document as directed by the dietitian.*Contribute to the moving and handling of the patient following appropriate training and education.*Assist all patients with food related issues and promote discussion with the dietetic team.*Weigh and measure patients as requested and as per nutritional risk assessment.Professional Duties*There are no professional duties required in this postManagerial Duties*There are no managerial duties required in this post.Financial Duties*There are no financial duties required in this post.Managing Self*Participate in regular supervision.*Attend all mandatory training.*Participate annually identifying, developing and agreeing your own development plan with your Line Manager using the Trust Appraisal.*Comply with all Trust policies, procedures and protocols.*Carry out duties with due regard to the Trusts Equal Opportunity Policy.*Seek advice and support from Line Manager whenever necessary.*Maintain professional conduct including appearance at all times.*Undertake all such reasonable other duties as may be required as part of the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties*Assist the patients in eating and drinking and ensure all patients have their needs met with the support of the ward team*Keep accurate and timely records at ward level which do not require the expertise of the dietician or qualified nurse*Participate in audit with guidance from the team.*Encourage and assist patients to take prescribed snacks, nourishing drinks and supplements and document as directed by the dietitian.*Contribute to the moving and handling of the patient following appropriate training and education.*Assist all patients with food related issues and promote discussion with the dietetic team.*Weigh and measure patients as requested and as per nutritional risk assessment.Professional Duties*There are no professional duties required in this postManagerial Duties*There are no managerial duties required in this post.Financial Duties*There are no financial duties required in this post.Managing Self*Participate in regular supervision.*Attend all mandatory training.*Participate annually identifying, developing and agreeing your own development plan with your Line Manager using the Trust Appraisal.*Comply with all Trust policies, procedures and protocols.*Carry out duties with due regard to the Trusts Equal Opportunity Policy.*Seek advice and support from Line Manager whenever necessary.*Maintain professional conduct including appearance at all times.*Undertake all such reasonable other duties as may be required as part of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- English and Math GCSE grade 9-2 (A*-E) or equivalent or high level of literacy and numeracy skills demonstrated within application
- Competence based level 2 Qualification e.g. NVQ or Diploma in Care or The Care Certificate issued by an employer
- Willingness to undertake any training or development relevant to the role
- Competent in cannulation /venepuncture/plaster training and specialist dressings
- Moving and Handling
- Infection Control
- Customer Care
- Food hygiene
Desirable
- Resuscitation
- Competence based level 3 Qualification e.g. NVQ or Diploma in Healthcare Support
Knowledge, experience & expertise
Essential
- Insight into the roles and responsibilities of the post
- Demonstrate a commitment to a caring profession
- Understand the importance of record keeping
Desirable
- Medical/Elderly knowledge
- Literacy skills
- Experience of record keeping
Communication & relationships
Essential
- Ability to work as a team member
- Ability to work in a busy environment
- Able to use own initiative
- Aware of own limitations/ level of competence
- Good communication Skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- English and Math GCSE grade 9-2 (A*-E) or equivalent or high level of literacy and numeracy skills demonstrated within application
- Competence based level 2 Qualification e.g. NVQ or Diploma in Care or The Care Certificate issued by an employer
- Willingness to undertake any training or development relevant to the role
- Competent in cannulation /venepuncture/plaster training and specialist dressings
- Moving and Handling
- Infection Control
- Customer Care
- Food hygiene
Desirable
- Resuscitation
- Competence based level 3 Qualification e.g. NVQ or Diploma in Healthcare Support
Knowledge, experience & expertise
Essential
- Insight into the roles and responsibilities of the post
- Demonstrate a commitment to a caring profession
- Understand the importance of record keeping
Desirable
- Medical/Elderly knowledge
- Literacy skills
- Experience of record keeping
Communication & relationships
Essential
- Ability to work as a team member
- Ability to work in a busy environment
- Able to use own initiative
- Aware of own limitations/ level of competence
- Good communication Skills
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
